Service Bulletins
Extreme Cold Resources – Winter 2024-2025
As temperatures begin to drop in Minnesota, overnight warming spaces are beginning to open across the state. These spaces are offered in addition to shelters, depending on the outside temperature. Click here to find warming spaces listed in your region.
Read More >2024 Thanksgiving and Holiday Resources
Seasonal programs are happening throughout Minnesota! Greater Twin Cities United Way 211 maintains a list of agencies that offer a variety of seasonal resources. You can search by the county names (i.e. Hennepin County) to find different programs offered in your area. Some programs will only serve individuals who live in a specific city or…
Read More >Cold Weather Rule 2024
Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule (CWR) is a state law that protects residential utility customers from having electric or natural gas service shut off between October 1 and April 30. To protect service from disconnection individuals must make and keep a payment plan that is agreed upon between the customer and utility company. The utility company…
Read More >Winter Clothing Events and Programs – 2024
This fall, programs across Minnesota are helping to keep children warm by hosting free winter coat and apparel events. These initiatives offer new and gently used winter clothing, including coats, gloves, hats, scarves, and more. Families can find warm attire for their children at various locations throughout the state. Follow the link to learn more…
Read More >Eviction Prevention Resources
Visit United Way 211’s COVID-19 City/County/Organization Based Financial Assistance for Individuals and Families webpage for limited city, county, and nonprofit organization programs across the state that may have additional financial resources. Find help with additional rent payment assistance by calling 211, texting your zip code to 898-211, or visiting the United Way 211 website –…
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